Name: Rafiâa Sultan Green Tea (Loose Leaf) | Gunpowder No. 18 | 200 g
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Tisane Addict • Rafiâa No. 18 • Sultan Brand

Rafiâa Sultan Green Tea — 200 g, Whole Leaves

The backdrop of mint tea—the one that everything else complements. Grain Rafiâa — reference No. 18 de Sultan — is a pure, natural green tea (100%), rolled into tight, gunpowder-style pellets. A generous 200-gram size designed for households where the teapot never really cools down.

100% Green Tea Gunpowder pearls Natural, unflavored Bulk, 200 g No. 18 Mint Tea Base Sultan 1936

The plain green tea that makes real mint tea

Ask any atay enthusiast: a good mint tea always starts with the choice of tea leaves. No artificial flavors, no pre-mixed blends—just pure green tea, which everyone then prepares to their own taste: a bunch of nanâa mint in the summer, wormwood (chiba) or sage in the winter, a generous amount of sugar or just a touch. Grain Rafiâa is exactly that kind of tea: a straightforward and reliable base, whose name— rafiâa In Arabic, it evokes something refined and noble—it signals ambition.

The leaves are rolled into small, dense pellets, in the gunpowder style so beloved in Moroccan tea: they keep better, unfurl in hot water to release a golden, herbaceous infusion with that subtle hint of bitterness that calls for mint and sugar. It’s the quintessential everyday tea—the kind you buy in 200-gram packages because you know it’ll be gone in no time.

A 100% plain tea, customizable

Just one ingredient, no artificial flavors: you decide on the mint, seasonal herbs, and sugar—the family recipe is still yours.

Well-rolled gunpowder tea pellets

The tight rolling of the leaves protects them and concentrates the aromas—the pearls unfurl in the teapot, releasing a golden, herbaceous infusion.

200 g: the size of large teapots

Enough to serve about 80 cups or 40 teapots—the family-size portion for those who entertain often and serve three glasses per guest, as is customary.

Sultan Security since 1936

Product No. 18 from the Casablanca-based company, whose whole-leaf teas have been a part of the atay ritual in Moroccan homes for three generations.

Our Tisane Addict Review of Grain Rafiâa

This tea is recommended for two types of people: those looking to recreate the exact taste of homemade tea—the kind from back home, served frothy in small glasses—and those who want to learn how to make a mint tea worthy of the name, starting with the right base rather than a flavored blend. The leaves are uniform in size, the bitterness remains mild if rinsed properly, and the brew pairs very well with sugar without becoming flat.

Looking for a flavorful alternative to mint? From the same family of grains, the Grain Ambar Green Tea It’s available in a pre-assembled version—convenient when you want the traditional look without the hassle of putting it together. Rafiâa, on the other hand, remains the choice of purists who assemble their own teapots.

Aspect

Dense, uniform dark green beads that produce a golden, crystal-clear wine.

Taste

Herbal and clean, with the subtle, refined bitterness of Gunpowder tea—the kind that brings out the mint and balances the sweetness.

Style

The staple tea of the Moroccan ritual: simple, reliable, meant to be blended—with mint, chiba, or sage, depending on the season and the household.

Composition

100% green tea leaves. No added flavorings, no blends.

Four Teapots, Four Seasons

The beauty of plain tea is that it reinvents itself throughout the year. The basic method remains the same—one tablespoon of tea leaves, a quick rinse with boiling water that you pour out, then steeping in simmering water and serving in style—but what you add to the teapot along with the leaves changes with the seasons.

Summer, with a hint of mint

A beautiful bunch of fresh mint, nanâa, and sugar to taste: the classic drink, served frothy in small glasses.

Winter, with seasonal herbs

Absinthe (chiba), sage, or oregano are used instead of mint when it's cold—a Moroccan tradition for winter teas.

Nature, Western-Style

One teaspoon per cup, water at 80–85 °C, 2 to 3 minutes: a clean, plant-based gunpowder tea, with nothing added.

For Special Occasions

Eid, weddings, coming home from the market, or just a surprise visit: the 200-gram box ensures you can share generously without worrying about running out.

Product references

Product name

Grain Rafiâa — Green Tea Pearls (Pearl Green Tea) — Item No. 18

Brand

Sultan (established 1936)

Range

Sultan Green Tea Leaves — Pearl-shaped rolled leaves, gunpowder style

Type

Plain loose-leaf green tea (contains caffeine), with no added flavorings

Aromatic profile

Herbal and bold, with a golden color and the light, refined bitterness typical of Gunpowder tea—perfect with mint and sugar

Composition

100% Green Tea

Format

200-gram box of loose-leaf tea — about 80 cups or 40 teapots

Recommended preparation

Teapot: 1 tablespoon, quick rinse, simmering water, mint and sugar to taste — Cup: 1 teaspoon, water at 80–85 °C, 2 to 3 minutes

FAQ — Rafiâa Sultan Whole-Leaf Green Tea

What does «Rafiâa» mean in the name of this Sultan tea?

In Arabic, rafiâa evokes refinement, elegance, and grace—a name that signals the positioning of this No. 18 blend: a carefully selected green tea in bean form, intended for the daily Moroccan tea ritual. At Sultan, each grade of tea bean has its own name, from Ambar to Jawhar.

Is Rafiâa grain suitable for making mint tea?

That’s exactly what it’s for: a pure, unflavored gunpowder green tea, whose slight herbal bitterness perfectly balances the freshness of the mint and the sweetness of the sugar. Add a bunch of fresh mint and sweeten to your liking: you’ll have the traditional atay, just as it’s served in Morocco.

Why is Grain Rafiâa tea rolled into pearls?

Rolling the leaves into small, tightly packed pellets—the so-called “gunpowder” style—protects the leaves from air and light, which preserves their aromas during storage. When brewed, the tea leaves unfurl slowly and release their flavor gradually: this is what makes this type of tea so well-suited for generous brews in a Moroccan teapot.

How can you avoid bitterness when brewing Grain Rafiâa tea?

Two simple steps are all it takes: first, rinse the tea leaves with a little boiling water and discard it immediately—this is the traditional Moroccan method—then avoid letting the tea steep for too long. When served in a Western-style cup, water at 80–85 °C and a steeping time of 2 to 3 minutes yield a clean, herbaceous brew without any astringency.

What is the difference between Rafiâa beans and other Sultan beans?

Sultan offers its whole-leaf green teas in several grades, each with its own distinct character—Ambar, the mild one with an amber-colored infusion; Jawhar, the rich one; and Assala, which strikes a balance between strength and finesse. Rafiâa, available in a 200-gram box, is positioned as the everyday tea: simple, consistent, and generous—perfect for the family teapot every day.

When is the best time to drink Grain Rafiâa tea?

Like all green teas, it naturally contains caffeine: it’s the perfect accompaniment to breakfast, after a meal, and in the afternoon—in Morocco, they say there’s no set time for atay. For late evenings, a caffeine-free herbal tea is a more natural choice to follow.

Weight	0,250 kg

Rafiâa Sultan Green Tea Leaves – 100% Natural – 200 g